Ondo State Governor and All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has assured the people of Irele that his administration will not interfere in the selection of a new monarch for their community.
During a campaign stop at the Irele Multipurpose Hall and Civic Centre on Friday, Governor Aiyedatiwa addressed community leaders, reaffirming his commitment to inclusive governance.
“Whoever the kingmakers choose is the one who will be king. I implore the kingmakers to follow due process so that there will be a smooth selection process,” said Governor Aiyedatiwa, emphasizing that the community will have the sole authority in choosing their monarch.
The Governor also shared his administration’s focus on security as a foundation for effective governance and announced that construction had commenced on the 28-kilometer Iyansan-Ajagba-Akotogbo-Iju Osun road project, a significant infrastructure commitment to enhance connectivity and economic growth in the area.
Chief Adeniyi Samson, a community leader, praised Governor Aiyedatiwa’s administration for its dedication to workers, including timely salary payments and gratuities.
He encouraged residents to support the Governor’s re-election bid on November 16.
On behalf of the local traditional rulers, the Odogbo of Omi, Oba Olorunsola Akinyelure, thanked the Governor for supporting the monarchy, saying,
“You have done something for all monarchs in Irele local government. You have empowered us to shoulder our responsibilities. You have listening ears.”
In recognition of his contributions, the Governor was bestowed with the title of Jagunmolu of Iyansan by Oba Akinyomi Olasehinde, the Laaragunsin of Ode Iyansan, symbolizing the community’s endorsement of his leadership.
The Irele community expressed strong support, with prominent member Remi Olatubora, SAN, stating, “We want to assure you that the kind of margin that nobody has ever had, we will give to you in Irele.”
